Description
One Pot Creamy Garlic Pasta is your go-to dish for a satisfying meal in just 20 minutes. This delightful recipe combines al dente pasta with sautéed garlic and a luscious creamy sauce made from milk and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving comfort food, this dish offers rich flavors without extensive cleanup. Customize it to suit your taste by adding proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp, or toss in fresh vegetables like spinach and cherry tomatoes for extra nutrition. With minimal ingredients and all cooked in one pot, you’ll enjoy a hassle-free cooking experience and an indulgent dinner ready in no time.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup water
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Sauté minced garlic in butter or olive oil over medium heat until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add dry pasta, milk, and enough water to cover the pasta. Stir and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer, cooking uncovered for 8-10 minutes until pasta is al dente and sauce thickens.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, seasonings, and optional cream cheese or sour cream.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 45mg